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CHARLOTTE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity158
Est. price$733/mo

Contact information

Address6629 BANNINGTON ROAD CHARLOTTE, NC 28226 (704) 595-3455

CityCHARLOTTE, NC 28226

CountyMecklenburg

Phone(704) 595-3455

Operating details

Capacity158

License dateNovember 30, 2022

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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6629 BANNINGTON ROAD CHARLOTTE, NC 28226 (704) 595-3455, CHARLOTTE, NC 28226

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/23/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 106/23/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) — Violation #106

    Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last approved fire inspection on file was dated May 20, 2025. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 156/23/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) — Violation #612

    Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. In space #6, the cots were not labeled for each child enrolled in the classroom. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    .2820(b) — Violation #840

    All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space #4, a bottle of hydrogen peroxide was stored in an unlocked cabinet. In space #6, an aerosol can of shaving cream was stored in an unlocked cabinet. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 106/23/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) — Violation #843

    A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #1b, there was a tube of diaper cream that had expired. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. High risk6/23/2026

    G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1044

    Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). Prior to the expiration date, one staff member did not submit required paperwork to complete a criminal background requalification letter. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk6/23/2026

    G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1757

    A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. One staff member's qualification letter expired February 19, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-Low risk6/23/2026

    .0604(u) — Violation #1811

    Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. A shelter-in-place drill was last conducted March 16, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

7Total Violations
7Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.

Estimated monthly cost

$733/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in North Carolina run about $1,006/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in North Carolina by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: CHARLOTTE, Mecklenburg County
  • Capacity: 158
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 4

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